2000 Buick Regal: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

Buick's upscale midsize sedan gets a jump on the 2001 model year with an Olympic-themed edition, while 2000 models continue with an available side airbag for the driver as the main addition.
LS models have a 200-horsepower V6, GS models add a supercharger for 240 hp. Both have automatic transmission and antilock 4-wheel disc brakes. Traction control is standard, with the GS's setup upgraded for 2000 to use front-wheel braking as well as reduced engine power to limit tire slip.
The new side airbag is standard on GS and included with optional leather upholstery on the LS; leather upholstery is standard on the GS. A firmer Gran Touring suspension with 16-inch wheels in place of 15s is standard on GS and optional on LS. On both models, a split folding rear seatback is standard and GM's OnStar assistance system is optional. The GS has a body-color grille and its own alloy-wheel design.
The '01 Olympic editions come in LS and GS form and add special gold, silver, or graphite paint with a lighter lower body color, plus taupe leather interior, USA Olympic insignia, and the Gran Touring suspension. The Olympic cars' look is by clothing designer Joseph Abboud.
Regal shares its basic design with Buick's Century but is styled and equipped to appeal to younger buyers. It's also similar under the skin to the Chevrolet Impala, Oldsmobile Intrigue, and Pontiac Grand Prix.

COMPETITION

Perennial Best Buys Honda Accord and Toyota Camry continue to shine with refinement, model diversity, and comfort. Both come in coupe and sedan form, offer economic 4-cylinder or sporty V6 power, have room for four adults, and are reasonably priced.
Recommended models include the smooth Buick Century, the import-flavored Chevy Malibu, the sporty Nissan Maxima, surprising Olds Intrigue, and the good-looking Pontiac Grand Prix. All come with V6 power, offer lots of standard equipment, and have pleasing road manners that will suit a variety of driving styles.
If you are looking for something a touch bigger without spending a whole lot more we suggest the Budget Buy Chevy Impala. It's the largest car in this class, has a powerful V6, and doesn't cost any more than the others.